Pioneer Avenue SW over Clarks Creek
GoodPosted for loadPierce County, Washington · 0.15 E Fruitland · Structure no. 085493000000000
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 82 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 13,160
- 2017 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pioneer Avenue SW over Clarks Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pioneer Avenue SW over Clarks Creek in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 13,160 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,910 by 2039. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pioneer Avenue SW over Clarks Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pioneer Avenue SW over Clarks Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does Pioneer Avenue SW over Clarks Creek carry?
About 13,160 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Pioneer Avenue SW over Clarks Creek?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns Pioneer Avenue SW over Clarks Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.